As we move into February, our school community continues to stay busy with learning, growth, and connection, even during these winter months. Across grade levels, students are continuing to build strong academic skills while also developing important habits such as collaboration, problem-solving, and perseverance. You may notice students being encouraged to explain their thinking, work together respectfully, and reflect on their learning- skills that support both academic success and positive relationships.  We are also wrapping up our mid-year assessments.  This data will help us make decisions around student supports and instruction. 

February also provides a meaningful opportunity to highlight the importance of kindness, empathy, and respect. Students are always encouraged to practice kindness in both small and big ways, whether that’s including a classmate, helping a friend, showing gratitude, or making thoughtful choices during the school day. We also emphasize that kindness is not just about special moments, but about how we treat one another every day. By fostering a supportive and caring school environment, we help students feel safe, valued, and connected. Families play an essential role in this work, and we appreciate the ways you reinforce these values at home.

Educationally yours,

Mrs. Gauthier

Parents who will be registering a child for Pre-K for the 2026/2027 school year, need to contact Gilbert School at 626-2491. To enroll in Pre-K, your child must live in Augusta and have turned four years old by 10/15/26.

For parents who will be registering a kindergarten student for the 2026/2027 school year, please call Lincoln School at 626-2483 To enroll in Kindergarten at Lincoln, your child must live in the Lincoln Attendance district and have turned five years old by 10/15/26. Ms. Cheever or Mrs. Freeman, our school secretaries, will take your name and contact information down to send out registration information in early spring

Thank You to Sam’s Italian Foods!

We would like to extend a big thank you to Sam’s Italian Foods for generously sponsoring our monthly highest-attendance classroom. We truly appreciate their continued support of our students and school community! This month’s attendance winners are Mrs. Bourque’s fourth grade class, who achieved an impressive 97.3% daily attendance—way to go!  

Staying Healthy This Season & Staying Warm Outdoors

Dear Families,

As we move through cold and flu season—and into colder weather—I wanted to share a few helpful reminders to keep our students feeling their best and ready to learn each day.

 Preventing Upper Respiratory Illness

Colds, flu, RSV, and other respiratory illnesses are common this time of year, but there are simple steps we can all take to reduce the spread:

Hand hygiene matters! Encourage frequent handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating and after coughing or sneezing.

Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow (not hands).

Keep hands away from faces as much as possible—eyes, nose, and mouth are common entry points for germs.

Stay home when sick. If your child has a fever, persistent cough, sore throat, vomiting, or generally doesn’t feel well, keeping them home helps them recover and protects others.

Rest, fluids, and nutrition go a long way toward supporting growing immune systems.

If you’re ever unsure whether your child should attend school, feel free to reach out to Nurse Abby.

 Cold Weather Gear = Happy Kids Outside!

Outdoor recess is an important part of our school day—even in colder temperatures! Please help your child be prepared to enjoy it safely and comfortably.

Please remember to pack (and label!):

Warm coat

Hat

Gloves or mittens

Snow pants 

Boots

Children without appropriate gear may be uncomfortable or need to limit outdoor play, so having these items makes a big difference. If providing cold-weather clothing is a challenge for your family, please know that help is available—don’t hesitate to contact the school for support.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our school community healthy, warm, and thriving. As always, I’m here if you have questions or concerns.